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The Nail is a american film of genre Drama released in USA on 1 january 2009 with Tony Danza
The Nail (2009)
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Add to a movie listThe Nail: The Story of Joey Nardone is a 2009 drama film. The film was directed by James Quattrochi and stars Tony Luke, Jr., Tony Danza, and William Forsythe.
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After eight years in prison for manslaughter, former professional boxer Joey Nardone (Tony Luke, Jr.) is trying to get his life back on track.Actors
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